John Edward Watkins

Obituaries

March 6, 2024

John Edward Watkins

January 30, 1953 – March 4, 2024

John Edward Watkins was born Friday, January 30, 1953, in Broken Arrow to the late Buster and Jewell (Graham) Watkins. He passed away at his Beggs home on Monday, March 4, 2024. Friends may visit the funeral home on Wednesday from 1-8 p.m. A funeral service honoring John’s life will be held at 1 p.m. Thursday, March 7, 2024, at Crossroads Baptist Church, with Rev. Ben Taylor officiating. Interment will follow at Bixby Cemetery. Arrangements have been entrusted to McClendon-Winters Funeral Home of Beggs Memories, condolences, photos and videos may be shared with the family on John’s Tribute Page at www.mcclendon-winters.com.

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